Early Help

At Beechwood Primary, we believe in providing support to our families as soon as challenges arise, no matter when they occur in a child's life.

We understand that family life can be complex, with ups and downs along the way. Parenting is rewarding but also hard work—and there’s no instruction manual! If you ever feel that you or your child need extra help, please reach out to us. We're here to listen and support you in whatever way we can.

Our aims:

- To build strong, trusting relationships with our families and understand their needs so we can offer the right support. 

- To focus on preventing problems before they develop by offering flexible and responsive help. 

How Early Help can make a difference?

For children:

- Feeling physically and emotionally well. 

- Building resilience and confidence to learn and grow. 

- Having a strong support network, whether from family, the community, or professionals when needed. 

- Living in safe and secure environments. 

For parents and carers:

- Supporting one another within the community. 

- Knowing where to turn for help when needed. 

- Forming trusted relationships with the school, local community, and other parents. 

- Feeling informed and empowered to help their child thrive. 

What concerns might parents share with us?

We encourage parents to reach out about any worries that could be affecting their child’s well-being, including: 

- Managing behaviour at home. 

- Financial difficulties or debt. 

- Housing concerns or mobility challenges. 

- Bereavement and loss. 

- Cyberbullying and online safety. 

- Domestic abuse. 

No concern is too small—if you're unsure, talk to us. We're here to help. 

How can we support you?

Depending on your family's needs, we may offer: 

- Guidance and practical advice. 

- Signposting to specialist services. 

- Emotional and wellbeing support for both children and parents. 

- Strategies to help manage challenges at home. 

At Beechwood Primary, we are committed to working together to create a safe, supportive environment for every child and family in our community. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us—together, we can make a difference.

 If you require any support, please don’t hesitate to contact the school’s safeguarding team:

• Miss K Roberts (DSL)

• Miss R Magill (DDSL)

• Mrs K Giles (DDSL)

• Mrs I Ticala (DDSL)

You can reach them by calling 0113 2930250. Alternatively, you may email your enquiry to: office@beechwoodprimaryschool.co.uk